Post-16 Level 3 Qualifications Submitted for Funding Approval from 2025

by Jasmine Griffiths | Jan 13, 2024 | Uncategorised

The Department for Education (DfE) has released updated transparency data for education providers, offering insights into qualifications submitted by awarding organisations during cycle 1 for public funding approval starting from August 1, 2025. The data encompasses...

Advanced Learner Loans First-Time Request Form for AAL Contract Available

by Jasmine Griffiths | Jan 13, 2024 | Uncategorised

The DfE recently provided guidance on Advanced learner loans funding rules 2023 to 2024. If you do not have a loan facility you can use the first time request form to request one; you must currently hold an adult education budget or apprenticeship funding...

New Fund will Create Opportunities for Businesses, Communities and Projects Across the City

by Jasmine Griffiths | Jan 13, 2024 | Uncategorised

Projects which aim to create opportunities, reduce inequality, and enhance the quality of life for residents in the city, could benefit from new government funding. Local businesses and community groups are being invited to bid for grants from the new Brighton &...

Higher Education Short Course Trial Surpasses 5% of Enrolment Target

by Jasmine Griffiths | Jan 13, 2024 | Uncategorised

125 students out of an expected 2,400 enrolled onto the government’s higher education short course trial – raising questions about demand for the flagship lifelong learning entitlement. The figures were revealed recently by HE regulator, the Office for Students as it...

What Does a General Election Year Mean for FE and Skills?

by Jasmine Griffiths | Jan 13, 2024 | Uncategorised

With the opinion polls pointing toward a potential change in government in the upcoming expected general election year, skills policy analyst professor Tom Bewick makes predictions about what the main party manifestos may offer to the FE and skills sector. Click here...